As state lawmakers continue to debate how to raise new revenue for the state budget, expanding gambling in the state of Pennsylvania is a hot topic. (MGN) <\/p>\n
STATE COLLEGE -- As state lawmakers continue to debate how to raise new revenue for the state budget, expanding gambling in the state of Pennsylvania is a hot topic.<\/p>\n
Thats fueling more talk of a new gambling casino in the State College area. <\/p>\n
Some dont like the idea, thinking it could ruin the small-town feel. <\/p>\n
In Harrisburg, talk of more casinos wasnt always a priority. <\/p>\n
Quite frankly 15 years ago, I wouldnt of been in favor of it, state Senate Majority Leader Jake Corman said. <\/p>\n
Corman will have a huge say on the fate of gaming legislation that would expand gambling throughout Pennsylvania. He concedes it could mean a new casino in Centre County. <\/p>\n
The gaming bill includes the possibility of 10 new casinos in the state and State College has been mentioned as a potential site. <\/p>\n
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